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This superb two disc DVD set tells for the first time the complete and fully authorised story of Rory Gallagher. On disc one Ghost Blues follows Rory s life and career from his upbringing in Cork, his early days with a showband, the brief success of Taste and then his legendary solo career leading up to his health problems in later life and tragic death at the age of just 47. There are archive interviews, both audio and visual, with Rory and contributions from many of his friends and admirers including his brother Donal, Bob Geldof, The Edge, Cameron Crowe, Slash, Johnny Marr, James Dean Bradfield, Ronnie Drew, Bill Wyman, Martin Carthy, band members Ted McKenna and Gerry McAvoy and many more. Disc two The Beat Club Sessions then shows what Rory Gallagher was really all about a magnificent live performer. Drawn from three different appearances on the German TV series Beat Club , this disc contains over 90 minutes of previously unreleased live performances which ably illustrate why he inspired so many of the musicians who pay tribute to him in Ghost Blues .
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The first CD contains a video documentation. With film clips, concert videos, and interviews, Ian Thullier's describing the life and times of one of Ireland's most popular rock musicians. The other DVD contains previously unissued sessions filmed and recorded in the Beat Club studios in Germany. A gift for Rory's fans! (NTSC, Farbe/color, 16:9/4:3, Dolby 5.1, 2.0 stereo, dts Surround, Region: 0, Spieldauer/running time: ca. 179 mns.).
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
By Mark Time
Hats off to Donal, Ian Thuillier and the team for releasing this excellent product which will delight die-hard Rory fans as well as all lovers of quality blues/rock alike. The documentary is entertaining and informative and holds the viewers attention throughout,with some nice contributions from those who toured and played with the great man.
From a personal perspective it was the prospect of seeing the Beat Club sessions which drew me to make this (advance order) purchase, as a mega enthusiastic Rory fan of some years standing who owns all his released material to date. I was certainly not to be disappointed at any stage. Each of the tracks recorded in the studios in Bremen (some with an audience present) is superbly captured despite the rather distracting camera work from time to time. I believe these to be some of his best ever recorded efforts and for me that represents a high standard indeed! Needless to say, Rory was in his pomp during this period and delivers 100% on a classic set. Buy it just to see "Tore Down" - which is worth the cover price on its own.
In short, buy this DVD now if you appreciate musical genius and sonic craftsmanship, you will not be disappointed. Lift a full glass heaven-wards as you watch and remember this man who put his very soul into his work and who tragically left us far too soon. God bless the Germans for recording and keeping this (the BBC would probably have wiped it!) and God bless Rory for giving us such a musical feast to enjoy.
From a personal perspective it was the prospect of seeing the Beat Club sessions which drew me to make this (advance order) purchase, as a mega enthusiastic Rory fan of some years standing who owns all his released material to date. I was certainly not to be disappointed at any stage. Each of the tracks recorded in the studios in Bremen (some with an audience present) is superbly captured despite the rather distracting camera work from time to time. I believe these to be some of his best ever recorded efforts and for me that represents a high standard indeed! Needless to say, Rory was in his pomp during this period and delivers 100% on a classic set. Buy it just to see "Tore Down" - which is worth the cover price on its own.
In short, buy this DVD now if you appreciate musical genius and sonic craftsmanship, you will not be disappointed. Lift a full glass heaven-wards as you watch and remember this man who put his very soul into his work and who tragically left us far too soon. God bless the Germans for recording and keeping this (the BBC would probably have wiped it!) and God bless Rory for giving us such a musical feast to enjoy.
25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
By QueSera
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Three hours on two discs; Disc One is a brand new documentary and tribute to one of the best guitarist of the seventies and all time. A great insight into the man and his life, interviews with Rory and tributes and tales from his brother, colleagues and other artists all proud to have met the man and call him a friend. Disc two is 'The Beat Club Sessions 1971-72', sixteen great tracks from the period.
Even if you have bought every Rory DVD ever released, buy this as there will be great material you haven't seen before and some items that are only spread over clips on the internet all here in one place in top quality. Great value at - buy this now!
Know of Rory Gallagher - buy this now!
Rory Gallagher fan - buy this now!
Three hours on two discs; Disc One is a brand new documentary and tribute to one of the best guitarist of the seventies and all time. A great insight into the man and his life, interviews with Rory and tributes and tales from his brother, colleagues and other artists all proud to have met the man and call him a friend. Disc two is 'The Beat Club Sessions 1971-72', sixteen great tracks from the period.
Even if you have bought every Rory DVD ever released, buy this as there will be great material you haven't seen before and some items that are only spread over clips on the internet all here in one place in top quality. Great value at - buy this now!
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By David Jones
What an absolutely marvellous documentary tribute to an equally marvellous musician, well worth watching for fans & non-fans alike. A real insight to his musical talent.
Marks out of 10?, 12!!!
Marks out of 10?, 12!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Very Good
A wonderful DVD . Tells so much about the wonderful Rory. Always Kept his inner self hidden..never craved the glory . A really talented musician. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Bathsheba
5.0 out of 5 stars
For the Rory G fans this is just the icing on the cake, if you dont...
Just confirms what I already felt about this " Gentle" Man of rock, who must rate alongside the real greats (its not a competition ) a must for any fans colection. Read more
Published 15 months ago by PJJ
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great compilation of clips but short on real insight
I watched this on television recently after having it on my wish list for ages. It was a great compilation of old footage, some of it rare, with excerpts from interviews that... Read more
Published 16 months ago by librarian4kids
5.0 out of 5 stars
NTSC?
Is this really 'all region' & NTSC? In which case who is buying it in the UK? I suspect that it's really region 2 PAL. Can anyone confirm?
Published 17 months ago by Knockpiker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely brilliant
I brought this DVD set for the footage of Rory in Germany from 1971 (DVD-2) and was not disappointed. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Bring_back_the_60s
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just brilliant.....
Well if you want to hear a master of the guitar, this is THE man...died too young. His 'Taste' days were just superb...listen and enjoy. SRA
Published on 13 April 2011 by Ms. S. R. Armstrong
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
This is essential viewing for Rory fans and anyone new to the Rory story.
This is a 5 star review but as with all things Rory, there are some areas which deserve to have been... Read more
This is a 5 star review but as with all things Rory, there are some areas which deserve to have been... Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2011 by Rickmanchester
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must for fans of Rory
Worth it for the live footage alone, the interviews and documentry give a great insight into Rorys' career and of the musical eras that he spanned. Read more
Published on 4 Dec 2010 by Mr. A. Price
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hidden Gem!
It is remarkable this DVD has taken so long to hit the high street. Despite the recent flurry of live concert material that has found its way on to DVD, this the first release with... Read more
Published on 22 Nov 2010 by Hylandrh1
5.0 out of 5 stars
The man, the music, the magic.
I only 'discovered' Rory Gallagher and his music a few months' ago and have to say that I regret not having made this discovery decades ago...I'm absolutely hooked!!! Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2010
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